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Amalgamated Transit Union

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Founded in 1892, the ATU works to promote transit issues and fights for the interests of its over 200,000 hard-working members in the U.S. and Canada.

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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
First Student is threatening the health and safety of our Local 1546 Zachary School Bus Drivers and their students by failing to address maintenance problems and broken air conditioning on buses. #UnionStrong www.wbrz.com/news/union-c...
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Union contacts OSHA over alleged safety issues with Zachary school buses
ZACHARY — Bus drivers working for a private company that transports students in the Zachary School District are dealing with maintenance problems and broken air conditioning on some buses, according t...
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
It’s time for Regina Transit to keep their promises to beef up safety for the sake of our Local 588 members and riders. #NotOneMore #canlab leaderpost.com/news/regina-...
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'Getting dangerous': Regina Transit union says promise of peace officers falling short
"(The city) needs to step up, do something before something more serious happens."
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Our celebration of Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month continues recognizing Brother Pablo González Local 820-Union City, NJ. #HispanicHeritageMonth
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Welcome to our newest Coach Operator apprenticeship graduates at Local 697-Toledo, OH. These are the first graduates of the new innovative apprenticeship program developed by our Local and TARTA.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Another successful ATU Canada Conference. Thanks to Local 508-Halifax, NS, for hosting and our Local leaders for advocating for our members. #OurVoicePower #canlab @NS_Labour #1u
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
On Day 2 of the ATU Canada Conference, delegates showed up in unity wearing their conference tshirts as International President John Costa and ATU Canada President John Di Nino opened the day.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
The ATU continues our celebration of Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month recognizing our rock star Brother Willie Delgado, Local 1596-Orlando, FL. #HispanicHeritageMonth #1u #canlab
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Wishing all of our ATU members who observe Yom Kippur an easy fast. #YomKippur
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
One of the most well-attended in history, the 2026 ATU Latino Caucus wrapped today in New Orleans, closing out 35 years the same way this Caucus started by being organized, hopeful, and stronger together.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Day one of the 2026 ATU Latino Caucus is underway in New Orleans, and International President John Costa opened it with a message our hermanas y hermanos needed to hear.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Under International President John Costa, the ATU has set the standard for transit workforce development programs across North America. Our Union continues to expand our programs and recently meet with the Local 113-Toronto, ON, Maintenance Executive Board to discuss bringing a structured,
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Another tragic bus accident, this one involving one of our Local 587-Seattle, WA, Bus Operators. The driver of the stolen SUV was killed, and 3 bus passengers were injured. Our member is thankfully ok. komonews.com/news/local/d...
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Driver killed after slamming stolen car into back of Metro bus in south King County
One person is dead and others were hurt when a stolen car crashed into a Metro Transit bus Wednesday morning.I can confirm that about 7am we responded to a car
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
We are deeply saddened to hear about the tragic bus accident & News helicopter crash covering the accident in Los Angeles, CA, that took the lives of six people. We extend our condolences & prayers to the families of the victims & all those impacted by this tragedy. www.latimes.com/california/s...
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At least 6 dead in helicopter crash and bus accident in Chatsworth: ‘A deeply traumatic day’
A helicopter crashed into flames Tuesday night in Chatsworth, not far from a serious accident involving a Metro bus that left three people dead.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
With Texas being a critical battleground state in the upcoming U.S. midterm elections to determine power in Congress, International President John Costa convened a zoom of the ATU Texas State Legislative Conference Board to discuss our Union’s strategy. www.atu.org/media/blog/2...
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Today, September 15, marks the beginning of Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month. Our Union is celebrating by recognizing our Hispanic/Latinx members who have made a difference in our Union and the labor movement. Our first is International Vice President Arturo Aguilar. #HispanicHeritageMonth #1u #canlab
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Our Local 1505-Winnipeg, MB, has advocated for years for fully enclosed bus operator safety shields. It’s about time. #NotOneMore #canlab #1u #UnionStrong www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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City of Winnipeg changes course on safety shield for bus drivers | CBC News
The City of Winnipeg will be moving to install full safety shields in buses following calls by transit drivers who said current protections aren't enough to keep them safe.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Congratulations to the 2026 Marcel Malboeuf Scholarship winner Mariana Gabriele. #OurVoiceOurPower #canlab #UnionStrong
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
#NeverForget911
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
International President John Costa accepted the City & State Labor Power 100 recognition tonight, and turned the spotlight right back on the members.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Congratulations to ATU’s newest International Vice President Brent Payne. #OurVoiceOurPower #1u #canlab #UnionStrong
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Our Local 1320-Peterborough, ON, has reached an historic tentative agreement that recognizes the critical role our members play in their community. #OurVoiceOurPower www.thepeterboroughexaminer.com/news/transit... via @ptboexaminer
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Transit workers reach tentative agreement with City of Peterborough
‘Historic’ deal reached on Thursday night.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
This Labor Day, we honor the strength and solidarity of our ATU members and all workers. #laborday #OurVoiceOurPower #1u #canlab
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
We join Rep. Jamie Raskin in honoring our Local 689-Washington, DC, member Derrick Nabors as a Labor Day Weekend Local Hero. Thank you, Derrick, for all you do for our Union and your community. #OurVoiceOurPower @ATULocal689 @RepRaskin youtu.be/jeO9b0Y03gY?...
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Local Hero Video Series: Week 323 Feat. Derrick Nabors
YouTube video by Rep. Jamie Raskin
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Congratulations to our Local 1548 Vineyard Transit Authority members for standing united to secure a strong tentative agreement. #OurVoiceOurPower #UnionStrong www.mvtimes.com/2026/09/03/t...
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Tentative agreement reached in VTA negotiations - MV Times
A contract agreement has been reached for local bus drivers. Now, the drivers will need to vote on whether the contract passes muster.  Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1548, the union that represents ...
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Kudos to Rep. Chris Deluzio & Rep. Summer Lee for advocating for federal funding to boost & expand public transit in Pittsburgh. This investment is good for our Local 85-Pittsburgh, PA, members, our riders, & the community. #ourvoiceourpower #1u www.wtae.com/article/pitt...
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PRT to receive nearly $83 million in federal funding for new "T" cars
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is getting more than $80 million in federal funds to help replace its 30-year-old light rail vehicles.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
We salute Local 279-Ottawa, ON, P/BA Noah Vineberg for fighting for a cure for cancer with his fundraising campaign for the Ottawa Hospital. He has been training for a Fight for the Cure boxing match on Oct. 3 in Ottawa. Best of luck Noah! #fightforcure fightforthecure.crowdchange.co/team/noahvin...
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Noah Vineberg
Why I’m Fighting:  On October 3rd, I’ll be stepping into the ring for Fight for the Cure — an opportunity I’m proud to take on and one I don’t take lightly.I’m part of an incredible group of...
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
It’s time to pay these essential Local 1724 Hospital Transfers members a living wage and fix the safety problems before someone gets hurt. #OurVoiceOurPower #1u #UnionStrong www.pentictonherald.ca/spare_news/a... via @pentictonherald
pentictonherald.ca
Hospital Transfer Drivers Threaten to Strike for Higher Wages
When Wilson Molina starts up his hospital transfer bus Monday morning, he doesn’t know what to expect. The air conditioning might not work, he says. The heaters could be broken.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Congratulations International President John Costa for being named to City & State’s 2026 Labor Power 100! Read more @ bit.ly/IP-Costa-Cit... #citystateny #OurVoiceOurPower
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Mission accomplished! More than 40 ATU Local Presidents/Business Agents and Financial Secretaries from across the U.S. and Canada came together for ATU’s innovative New Officer training in Washington, D.C. this week.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Solidarity from the New Officer Training in Washington, DC! #1u #canlab #UnionStrong
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Welcome to Washington, DC, to our Union’s newest Local officers! An educated union leader is a powerful leader, that’s why International President John Costa spoke to attendees about his career and experience as a new officer and
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Local 757-Portland, OR, criticizes TriMet for abandoning riders and workers, blames management for poor decisions. #OurVoiceOurPower www.opb.org/article/2026...
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TriMet to enact sweeping service cuts amid a massive budget shortfall
Surging costs and stagnating ridership have forced Oregon’s largest transit agency to shrink some of its rail and bus services.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Enough is enough, time for Winnipeg Transit to better protect our members. #NotOneMore winnipeg.citynews.ca/2026/08/20/u...
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Union calls for action after 3 Winnipeg Transit employees assaulted this month
The union representing Winnipeg Transit workers says the recent attacks on its employees are unacceptable. Winnipeg police say a bus driver was allegedly bitten, and a transit supervisor was punched i...
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Make sure you are staying informed about the latest news, campaigns, politics, and all the issues impacting our Union, our members, and our industry by subscribing to our e-newsletter, the ATU Dispatch today at www.atu.org/action/email...
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
More than 90 golfers from New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Washington, DC, hit the course for the New Jersey State Council's annual golf outing, and International President John Costa was proud to be right there with them, raising funds for transit workers.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
#1u #canlab #UnionStrong #publictransit
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
Growing apprenticeships means growing opportunity for transit workers. International President John Costa joined a labor-management meeting at our Local 1091 Union Hall in Austin to talk about the Apprenticeship Building America (ABA) grant,
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
At today's DNC Labor Committee panel, International President John Costa, a DNC Super Delegate, stood with Local 1091 President/Business Agent Brent Payne to talk about Austin, where more than 75 percent of CapMetro transit workers can't afford to live in the city they serve.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Thank you to our hero Local 1499-Muncie, IN, members for helping to transport families impacted by these devastating floods to shelters and the Red Cross. Please stay safe with more storms in the forecast. #ATUheroes #1u #canlab snwrks.co/3516ak6
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Evacuations underway in Muncie as flooding worsens, White River expected to reach major flood stage
Heavy rainfall and flash flooding have prompted evacuations in southeast Muncie, with emergency crews assisting residents as the White River continues to rise and more rain is expected Thursday.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
@ATULocal689 - Washington, DC, calls on Metro to reverse the fare quoting policy for the safety of our members and riders. #OurVoiceOurPower #1u #canlab #UnionStrong www.fox5dc.com/news/metro-u...
fox5dc.com
Metro union says new policy puts bus drivers at risk
Metro bus drivers say a new policy that requires them to quote fares to non-paying riders is putting their safety at risk, according to the union representing the operators.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
International President John Costa stopped by Local 1091's Union Hall in Austin to celebrate a big win for CapMetro transit workers.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Our Local 1208 JTRAN members will not back down until they get a fair and just contract they deserve. Show your solidarity by giving them a shout out in comments below. #OurVoiceOurPower #1u #UnionStrong #AFLCIO www.wapt.com/article/jack...
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JTRAN workers stay on picket line in Jackson as talks stall over wages and working conditions
The JTRAN workers' strike in Jackson persists with union leaders and MV Transportation divided on wages and working conditions, while bus services remain operational.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
It's Back to School time, make sure you buy your students Union-Made school supplies and lunch box items. #backtoschool #1u #canlab #UnionStrong
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Our Local 1091 CapMetro stood united in solidarity to win this new deal. #1u #UnionStrong www.kxan.com/news/local/a...
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CapMetro workers reach agreement with subcontractor, avoid strike, union says
CapMetro transit workers have reached a tentative agreement with French-owned subcontractor Keolis, averting a strike after months of contract talks.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Safety must come first for the sake of our members and riders. #NotOneMore wtop.com/crime/2026/0...
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Metro Transit police search for rider accused of punching Metrobus driver in Montgomery Co. - WTOP News
Metro Transit police are searching for a man accused of repeatedly punching a Metrobus driver in Montgomery County after a dispute over an open alcoholic beverage.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
International President John Costa was in his home state today, addressing members in Atlantic City, New Jersey, at the joint New York/New Jersey Legislative Conference Board meeting. "New York and New Jersey don't always agree on pizza, but they agree that transit workers deserve better.
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